By Susan Hanna

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  • What to Expect When You Ask Susan for Help

    Sometimes the hardest part is not knowing what to ask.

    You may know you want to feel better.

    You may know you are tired of starting over.

    You may even be curious about Herbalife or a simple shake routine.

    But then the hesitation starts.

    “What if I do not know enough?”

    “What if I am embarrassed?”

    “What if she tries to sell me everything?”

    “What if I have failed too many times already?”

    If that is where you are, I want you to know what actually happens when you ask me for help.

    First, I am not going to shame you.

    I know what it feels like to need a reset. I lost 70 pounds after 60, and that did not happen because every day was perfect.

    It happened because I learned how to keep coming back to simple routines.

    So if you tell me you are tired, overwhelmed, inconsistent, or unsure where to start, I am not shocked by that.

    That is real life.

    Second, I am going to ask about your day.

    Not just your goal weight.

    Not just what products you have heard about.

    Your actual day.

    What does breakfast look like?

    Where does the day usually fall apart?

    Are mornings hard?

    Do you skip meals and then feel out of control later?

    Are you trying to take care of everyone else first?

    Have you tried plans that were too complicated to repeat?

    Those answers matter because a routine has to fit the person using it.

    Third, I will help you find a simple first step.

    That may be a breakfast routine.

    It may be drinking more water.

    It may be paying more attention to protein.

    It may be a shake routine if that makes sense for your life.

    It may be starting with my free 7-Day Simple Start Plan before you decide anything else.

    The goal is not to overwhelm you.

    The goal is to help you stop standing at the starting line.

    Fourth, if you ask about Herbalife, I will answer honestly.

    I am an independent Herbalife Distributor, and I may earn income from product purchases.

    I do use Herbalife products as tools in my own routine, and I can help you understand how they might fit.

    But I do not believe products are magic.

    They do not replace consistency, food choices, movement, hydration, sleep, or support.

    They are tools.

    The question is whether a tool makes your real life easier.

    Fifth, I will not promise you a result I cannot guarantee.

    My 70-pound weight loss is my personal experience. Results vary.

    Your body, schedule, health history, stress level, responsibilities, and consistency all matter.

    I can encourage you. I can help you simplify. I can help you choose a practical starting point.

    But I will not pretend there is one perfect product or one perfect plan for every woman.

    If you message me, you do not need to have the perfect words.

    You can simply say:

    “I need help starting.”

    Or:

    “My mornings are hard.”

    Or:

    “I want to know if a shake routine makes sense for me.”

    Or:

    “I am tired of starting over.”

    That is enough.

    You do not have to be confident before you reach out.

    You do not have to have everything figured out.

    You do not have to explain why it has been hard.

    You can start with one honest message.

    And then we can look at the next practical step together.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do I have to know what Herbalife products I want before asking Susan?

    No. Susan can help you think through your routine first. The goal is not to start with a product list; it is to understand what kind of simple support may fit your day.

    Will Susan pressure me to buy products?

    Susan’s approach is trust-first and routine-first. She is an independent Herbalife Distributor and may earn income from product purchases, but products should be tools inside a realistic plan, not pressure.

    What should I say when I message Susan?

    You can keep it simple. Say, “I need help starting,” “My mornings are hard,” or “I want to know if a shake routine makes sense for me.”

    Can Susan give medical advice?

    No. Susan is not a medical provider. Her support is general wellness, encouragement, practical routine-building, and Herbalife product education when appropriate. Talk with a qualified healthcare provider about medical conditions, medications, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or major diet/exercise changes.

    Next Step

    Ask Susan what first step fits your day

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    Disclosure

    Susan’s results are her personal experience. Results vary. Her transformation involved consistent nutrition habits, regular exercise, strength training, support, and lifestyle changes. Susan Hanna is an independent Herbalife Distributor and may earn income from product purchases. Herbalife products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. This content is for general wellness and educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Talk with your healthcare provider before changing your diet, supplement routine, or exercise plan, especially if you have a medical condition, take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are using weight-loss medications.

  • What Strength Training Did for My Body After 60

    Strength training changed how I saw my body.

    Not overnight.

    Not because I suddenly became a different person.

    But slowly, as I got stronger, I started to feel different in my own skin.

    When I lost 70 pounds after 60, the scale mattered at first. Of course it did.

    But over time, I realized I did not just want to be smaller. I wanted to feel capable.

    I wanted to feel strong enough for real life.

    Strength training gave me a new way to measure progress.

    Some days the scale did not tell me much. But I could tell when I was lifting more, standing taller, moving better, or feeling more confident walking into the gym.

    That kind of progress matters.

    I lift heavy weights 4-5 times a week now.

    That may sound intimidating if you are just starting, but please do not hear it that way. My routine now is not where every woman has to begin.

    The beginning can be very simple.

    One short workout. One set of weights. One walk. One decision to stop treating your body like it is already too late.

    I think many women over 35, 45, 55, and 60 have been taught to focus mostly on getting smaller.

    I understand that. I wanted to lose weight too.

    But there is something powerful about also asking, “How do I want to live in this body?”

    Do I want more energy? Better balance? More confidence? More strength for the people who need me?

    For me, strength training became part of the answer.

    It helped me feel less fragile. It gave me a reason to care about protein, recovery, and consistency. It made me respect what my body could still learn.

    And honestly, it made me proud.

    That does not mean every workout is perfect.

    It does not mean I always feel motivated.

    It means I have learned to keep showing up in a way that fits the woman I am becoming, not just the weight I used to be.

    If you are starting later in life, please do not let that embarrass you.

    Starting later still counts.

    Starting small still counts.

    Starting again still counts.

    You do not have to begin with heavy weights. You do not have to know everything. You do not have to feel confident before you start.

    You can start with one practical step.

    That is how most real change begins.

    If you want a simple first week, my free 7-Day Simple Start Plan can help you begin without shame or perfection.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do I have to lift heavy weights to start?

    No. Susan lifts heavy weights now, but a beginner can start much smaller. The first step may be a short workout, light weights, walking, or simply building confidence with movement.

    Is it too late to start strength training after 60?

    Susan’s experience is personal, but her message is that starting later still counts. Anyone with health concerns, pain, balance issues, or medical conditions should talk with a qualified healthcare provider before beginning a new exercise routine.

    Why does Susan talk about strength instead of only weight loss?

    Weight loss was part of Susan’s journey, but strength helped her feel more capable, confident, and connected to her body. The goal is not just being smaller; it is building a routine that supports real life.

    How does nutrition fit with strength training?

    Susan pays attention to simple nutrition habits, protein, hydration, and consistency. Herbalife products may be tools in her routine, but they do not replace exercise, balanced nutrition, or professional medical guidance.

    Next Step

    Get Susan’s free 7-Day Simple Start Plan

    Helpful Links

    Disclosure

    Susan’s results are her personal experience. Results vary. Her transformation involved consistent nutrition habits, regular exercise, strength training, support, and lifestyle changes. Susan Hanna is an independent Herbalife Distributor and may earn income from product purchases. Herbalife products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. This content is for general wellness and educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Talk with your healthcare provider before changing your diet, supplement routine, or exercise plan, especially if you have a medical condition, take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are using weight-loss medications.

  • The Difference Between a Product and a Plan

    A product can be helpful, but a product is not the same thing as a plan.

    That is one of the most important things I tell women who ask me about Herbalife.

    I am an independent Herbalife Distributor. I use Herbalife products, and I do believe they can be useful tools for some women. But I do not want any woman to think a product replaces the bigger routine.

    The routine is what carries you through real life.

    A product can make one part of the day easier.

    A shake can make breakfast more predictable. A protein option can help you plan instead of grabbing whatever is nearby. A simple routine can reduce the number of decisions you have to make when you are tired.

    That matters because a lot of women are not failing from lack of desire. They are overwhelmed, busy, and trying to make too many decisions at the hardest part of the day.

    A product cannot live your life for you.

    It cannot make you sleep. It cannot lift weights for you. It cannot drink your water, plan your backup meal, or decide that one imperfect day does not mean you failed.

    That is why I do not talk about Herbalife as magic. I talk about it as support inside a routine.

    A plan does not have to be complicated. In fact, I think many women need a simpler plan, not a harsher one.

    A simple plan might include a predictable breakfast, a protein goal, water cues, a short walk, a backup snack, and someone to check in with when the week gets messy.

    When I lost 70 pounds over 3 years and kept it off, the biggest shift was not perfection. It was learning how to come back to a routine.

    If Herbalife fits your life, it should make the routine easier, not more confusing.

    For one woman, that might mean a shake for breakfast. For another, it might mean help with protein or a better afternoon option. For someone else, the first step may not be a product at all. It may be looking honestly at where the day breaks down.

    That is why I like to ask questions before recommending anything.

    Before you decide what to buy, look at your actual day.

    Where do you struggle most? Breakfast? Snacks? Dinner? Energy? Consistency? Starting over after the weekend?

    The answer matters because the product should serve the plan. The plan should serve your real life.

    If you want help choosing a simple first step, start with my free 7-Day Simple Start Plan.

    Next Step

    Get Susan’s free 7-Day Simple Start Plan

    Disclosure

    Susan’s results are her personal experience. Results vary. Susan Hanna is an independent Herbalife Distributor and may earn income from product purchases. Herbalife products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. This content is for general wellness and educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

  • What I Tell Women Who Are Tired of Starting Over

    If you are tired of starting over, I want to say this gently: maybe you do not need to try harder.

    Maybe you need to start smaller.

    A lot of women blame themselves when a plan does not last. They think they failed because they were not disciplined enough. But sometimes the plan was too complicated, too harsh, or too disconnected from real life.

    You may be tired. You may be busy. You may be caring for everyone else. You may have had a hard season.

    That does not mean change is impossible.

    It means your plan has to respect your life.

    One of the biggest traps is trying to restart your whole life every Monday.

    New meals, new workouts, new rules, new promises, new pressure.

    By Wednesday, real life shows up and the whole thing feels impossible.

    Instead, choose one routine.

    Choose breakfast. Choose water. Choose a short walk. Choose protein at one meal. Choose one backup snack.

    A small routine is not a small thing if it helps you come back tomorrow.

    One imperfect meal does not ruin your progress. One missed walk does not erase your effort. One hard day does not mean you failed.

    The skill is learning how to return without shame.

    You do not have to figure this out alone.

    If you want a gentle first week, I made Susan’s 7-Day Simple Start Plan. It is simple on purpose because I want you to begin, not feel buried.

    Start there. Start small. Come back tomorrow.

    Next Step

    Get Susan’s free 7-Day Simple Start Plan

    Disclosure

    Susan’s results are her personal experience. Results vary. Susan Hanna is an independent Herbalife Distributor and may earn income from product purchases. Herbalife products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. This content is for general wellness and educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

  • The First 7 Days: A Simple Start Plan for Women Over 35

    If you are overwhelmed, the first week should not be complicated.

    It should be simple enough that you can actually do it.

    That is why I created Susan’s 7-Day Simple Start Plan. It is not a perfect plan. It is a first step for women who are tired of starting over.

    Choose one simple routine to anchor the week. Breakfast is a good place to start because it sets the tone for the day.

    Do not change everything. Choose one thing you can repeat.

    If mornings are rushed, decide breakfast the night before.

    That might be a protein-focused meal, a shake routine, or another simple option that keeps you from skipping and scrambling.

    Do not make this complicated. Just notice whether each meal has a protein source.

    Protein can help meals feel more satisfying and supports your body while you build healthier routines.

    Put your water where you can see it.

    A visible bottle can be a reminder when the day gets busy.

    You do not have to become a gym person overnight.

    Walk, stretch, or move for 10 minutes. If you already train, keep your routine. If you miss it, come back tomorrow.

    Busy days are not failures. They are normal.

    Choose one backup meal, shake, or snack option for the day you are tired or rushed.

    Do not ask, ‘Was I perfect?’

    Ask, ‘What helped? What got in the way? What can I repeat next week?’

    That is how a routine begins.

    If you want the full guide, download Susan’s 7-Day Simple Start Plan.

    Next Step

    Get Susan’s free 7-Day Simple Start Plan

    Disclosure

    Susan’s results are her personal experience. Results vary. Susan Hanna is an independent Herbalife Distributor and may earn income from product purchases. Herbalife products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. This content is for general wellness and educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

  • How I Lost 70 Pounds After 60 and Kept It Off

    How I Lost 70 Pounds After 60 and Kept It Off

    If you are tired of starting over, I want you to know something before we talk about food, shakes, workouts, or routines:

    You are not broken.

    You may be tired. You may be discouraged. You may have tried more times than you want to count. You may feel like your body changed when life got busy, when hormones shifted, when caregiving took over, or when everybody else’s needs came first.

    I understand that feeling.

    I am 63 years old. I lost 70 pounds over 3 years, and I have kept it off. Today I lift heavy weights 4-5 times a week, and I feel stronger than I ever expected to feel at this age.

    But I did not get here by being perfect.

    I got here by learning how to build a simple routine I could return to.

  • Is the Scale Weight What Matters Most?

    If the scale goes down, that can feel encouraging. But it is not the only thing that matters, and sometimes it is not even the most useful thing to focus on.

    I tell women this all the time: the scale is one piece of information, not the whole story. You can lose weight on the scale and still feel frustrated if your energy is low, your routine feels miserable, or the habits are not something you can live with.

    What matters besides the scale?

    I like to look at a few things together:

    • How your clothes fit
    • Your energy during the day
    • Whether your routine feels realistic
    • How often you are following through on the basics
    • Whether you feel stronger, steadier, and more in control

    That last part matters more than people think. When your routine is simple enough to repeat, you stop starting over every Monday.

    The scale can still be useful

    I am not anti-scale. It can help you notice trends over time. But I do not want women tying their whole mood to one number on one morning.

    Water, sodium, hormones, stress, sleep, travel, and digestion can all move the scale around. That does not mean you are failing. It usually means you are human.

    What I want women to watch for instead

    If you are trying to lose weight and build a better routine, ask yourself:

    • Am I being more consistent than I was a month ago?
    • Do I have a breakfast and lunch routine that I can actually stick with?
    • Am I getting enough protein and enough structure to avoid chaos later in the day?
    • Do I feel more hopeful and less overwhelmed than I did before?

    Those are real signs of progress, even before the scale catches up.

    A better goal than chasing a number

    Instead of asking, “What does the scale say today?” try asking, “Am I building a routine that will still serve me three months from now?”

    That question usually leads to better decisions.

    If you want a place to start, keep it simple: one steady breakfast, one steady lunch, more protein, more structure, and less pressure to be perfect.

    FAQ

    Should I weigh myself every day?

    That depends on your personality. Some women like daily weigh-ins because they help normalize normal fluctuations. Others do better weighing once or twice a week. The right answer is the one that gives you information without stealing your peace.

    What should I track besides the scale?

    Start with energy, consistency, how your clothes fit, and whether your meals are getting more structured. Those are often more helpful than obsessing over one number.

    Does slower progress still count?

    Yes. Slow, steady progress with a routine you can keep is usually more valuable than a quick drop that falls apart the next month.

    Disclosure: Susan’s results are her personal experience. Results vary. Susan Hanna is an independent Herbalife Distributor and may earn income from product purchases. Herbalife products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. This content is for general wellness and educational purposes only and is not medical advice.